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The route from Trujillo to Cajamarca covers a distance of 246 km with an approximate travel time of 6 hours. The main transportation companies servicing this route include Linea, Transportes Mendo, Mechita, El Cumbe, Express Palace, Ecotur, and Turismo Dias. You can board interprovincial buses at authorized terminals such as Plaza Norte and embark safely towards your destination. The climate in Cajamarca is dry and temperate, with maximum temperatures of 21°C and minimums of 6°C.
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Trujillo was founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro, under the name “Villa of Truxillo”. With the passing of time Trujillo would consolidate as one of the most important cities of the Peruvian viceroyalty, for being an administrative and commercial center, essential for the colonial system. During the independence period, Trujillo had a relevant role on Peru’s Independence, what gave the surname of “Ciudad Benemérita y Fidelísima a la Patria” (“Meritorious city and Faithful to the Homeland”). Besides that, it was the first city to break free from Spain. During the 19th century, and later that the Moche and Chicama valleys emerged as settlements of the sugar industry and the economy grew, new residents came to the city; mostly were european immigrants, what contributed to the development of a local esthetic, since the constructions took breathing from the neoclassical style.
It’s one of the most ancient cities of Peru and of the Inca Empire. The first inhabitants were Huacaloma, Layzon, Cumbe Mayo and Otuzco who settled in Cajamarca about 3.000 years ago. The city was witness of ferocious battles between the Incas and the conquerors during the Peru Conquest and besides that, Cajamarca was where Francisco Pizarro captured Atahualpa, the last inca who refused to subject himself to the Christian faith and culture. It’s known as the most Spanish city of Peru.
Because it is located very close to the Equator, it has a mild winter and a hot and rainy summer in February. Its average temperature ranges from a maximum of 20 ° C and a minimum of 5 ° C.
Cajamarca has a wide variety from 3-star hotels to hostels for backpackers or backpackers so you can find all kinds of options, ideal for all tastes and possibilities.
● Urune Tambo Boutique Hotel
- 114 Bellavista Street, Cajamarca, Perú
- Price: From S/.200.00
- Services: It has individual, double, triple, and family rooms. Wifi. Includes breakfast.
● Hotel Los Gladiolos
- 222 Los Gladiolos Street, Cajamarca, Perú
- Price: From S/.40.00
- Services: It has individual, double, triple, and family rooms. Wifi. Includes breakfast.
● Hotel Tartar by Prima Collection
- Km. 3.5 Highway to Otuzco Cajamarca, Perú
- Price: From S/. 210.00
- Services: It has individual, double, triple, family rooms, and suites. Restaurant. Bar. Balcony. Wifi. Playard. Includes breakfast.
Many of Cajamarca's traditional dishes come from the Incas. Some of them, however, are a mixture of spices that were not known as ways of cooking, a few centuries ago. The most recognized dishes are the Cajamarca-style guinea pig spice, chicken broth, quinoa soup, among many other dishes.
● Paprika Restaurante Cajamarca
- 707 Cruz de la Pierda Street, Cajamarca
- Price: From S/.41.00
● Restaurante Salas
- 637 Amalia Puga Street, Cajamarca
- Price: From S/.18.00
● Restaurante Salas
- 390 2 de Mayo Street, Cajamarca
- Price: From S/.12.00
● Santa Catalina Cathedral: Located in the Plaza de Armas, is the main example of baroque architecture in the city. It is owned by the Catholic Church and was declared a Cultural Historical Heritage of the Nation of Peru on December 28, 1972.
● Monumental complex of Bethlehem: There are three important buildings: The church and the hospitals for men and women.
● Santa Apolonia Hill: From Santa Apolonia hill you can see the entire city of Cajamarca. It was where the capture of Atahualpa took place, a fact that marked a milestone in the history of all of America.
● February 11 - Creation of the City of Cajamarca.
● February 22 - Carnival of Cajamarca, is the most important festival in the city. with a parade of Corsicans, queens, a great variety of dishes and typical drinks.
● October 07 - Start of the Tourist Week.
There are 2 options to mobilize in the city of Cajamarca, tourists can choose the public bus, commonly regulated by the municipality or taxi, managed by a citizen who provides a service.
● Public bus: It is the most popular form of transportation within the city, as well as being very economical. The rate does not usually rise from S / 3 per person. The public bus has different stops where it picks up passengers, so the trip can be a little slow.
● Taxi: This is the fastest way of transportation within the city. This means of transport goes straight to the desired destination. You can take one on the streets, call a company, or through an application. The rate here is usually higher, usually exceeding S / 10.
Cajamarca by bus: You can reach Cajamarca from Trujillo by land very easily. The trip takes 7 hours approximately.
In the city of Cajamarca, you will try delicious dishes such as:
- Cuy frito con picante de papa.
- Caldo verde.
- Chicharrón con mote.
The most typical souvenirs that you can buy in Cajamarca are:
- Sweets based on White Manjar.
- Jora's Girl.
- Carnival attire.
Cajamarca is located in the north of Peru at an altitude of 2,750 meters above sea level. With a sub-humid climate, with seasonal rains and frequent periods of drought, Cajamarca has a dry, temperate, and sunny climate during the day, which drops at night with temperatures between 21ºC and 6ºC respectively. For 3 months it becomes the capital of the Peruvian Carnival, merging its traditional spirit with joy, debauchery, beauty, and enjoyment of youth as a counterpart to the most modern.
It is a destination that you cannot miss, especially in the carnival season. The songs are heard in every corner, and no one is saved from a bucket of water. But not all year is a party, and Cajamarca knows it. Among its beautiful landscapes and places of interest, Cajamarca offers us to relax in Los Baños del Inca, the most beautiful and popular thermal spa in South America.
You can book a bus of your choice to any destination in Peru by logging on to the official website of redBus which is redbus.pe/en/ . The site is user-friendly and you can book your bus ticket in a matter of minutes.
You can either visit the terminal and go the booth belonging to the bus operator of your choice, wait in line, select a seat, and book your ticket. If you’d rather not do that, you can visit redbus.pe/en/ and book your seat within 5 minutes.
There are two main scenarios that you might fall into when you have to board a bus. Now, if your boarding point is at any terminal in redbus.pe/en/ , passengers will have to take a print out of the bus ticket that has been sent to the email in a PDF format. The second scenario is when your boarding point is a bus stop and not a terminal. In this case, you will receive an M-ticket that you will have to produce before boarding your bus. If the operator does not provide an M-Ticket, you will have to take a printout of the ticket (PDF) that has been sent to the registered email ID that you have used to book the bus ticket on the redBus website. Some operators might levy a charge if these conditions are not followed.
Yes, you can. But this feature is limited to only a few bus operators in Peru. Look for the reschedule icon before booking your ticket.
There are a number of different modes of payment offered to customers. Customers can either pay by credit card, debit card, or they can select any of the banks listed when you click the “FPX (Peru Online Bank Transfer).
The bus fare from Trujillo to Cajamarca starts from S/30.00 soles. This price varies depending on the chosen schedule and service.
It's approximately an 8-hour journey from Trujillo to Cajamarca by land.
The main agencies covering the Cajamarca-Trujillo route are: Linea, Transportes Mendo, Mechita, El Cumbe, Express Palace, Turismo Dias, and Ecotur.